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Joe Tilson — Metamorphosis of Daphne
Joe Tilson

Metamorphosis of Daphne

Joe Tilson's Metamorphosis of Daphne combines etching, aquatint, woodcut, and carborundum techniques in a multi-layered colored print referencing classical mythology. The complex technical process reflects Tilson's mastery of multiple printmaking methods to create rich visual narratives.

Medium
Etching, aquatint and woodcut in colours with carborundum, on Arches paper, the full sheet.

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Evening & Day Editions

June 5, 2025

Lot 86

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Joe Tilson, Metamorphosis of Daphne

Joe Tilson's Metamorphosis of Daphne combines etching, aquatint, woodcut, and carborundum techniques in a multi-layered colored print referencing classical mythology. The complex technical process reflects Tilson's mastery of multiple printmaking methods to create rich visual narratives.

Medium
Etching, aquatint and woodcut in colours with carborundum, on Arches paper, the full sheet.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Daphne, Carborundum, Etching, Color Print, British Artist, Multi-technique Print, Mythology, Woodcut, Joe Tilson, Aquatint

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